2014 Next 20: Del Frisco’s Grille

NRN takes a look at 20 restaurant chains best positioned to crack the Top 200 — and what they’re doing to get there.
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Del Frisco’s Grille is operating in a sweet spot in the U.S. economy, appealing to disposable-income-rich, affluent diners, as well as aspirational consumers looking for a more upscale experience.

Capitalizing on the prestigious name of its much pricier sister concept, Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse, this smaller, polished-casual chain booked $44.1 million in sales at its 11 units open at the end of December 2013, an 83.8-percent jump from the year earlier, whe